All of the following are characteristic of the Nursing process except

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Intrapersonal (D) isn't a nursing process trait; it's personal, not process-based. Dynamic (A), cyclical (B), and universal (C) define its adaptability, repetition, and applicability, per ANA. D misfits, making it the exception.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Relaxation techniques decrease muscle tension (A), increase pain threshold (B), and lack side effects (C), per holistic pain relief e.g., reduced stress lowers pain perception. All (D) are true, as techniques like deep breathing or meditation consistently show these benefits in practice, making it the correct choice.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: This can't be happening is denial (A), per Kubler-Ross refusing reality, common early grief. Anger (B) blames, bargaining (C) negotiates, depression (D) mourns. Denial fits her disbelief, making it the correct stage.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Negligence (D) isn't an ethical principle it's a legal failing, per standards. Autonomy (A, self-rule), beneficence (B, do good), justice (C, fairness) are core ethics. D's negative connotation excludes it, making it correct.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Malpractice is failure to meet care standards (B), per legal nursing professional negligence (e.g., wrong med). Reasonable person (A) is general negligence, threat (C) assault, touch (D) battery. B best defines malpractice's specificity, making it correct.